Job Description
Join Innovate 2026 at the forefront of tomorrow's digital landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Technology Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and drive disruptive innovation. This role blends deep technological foresight with strategic business acumen to transform emerging trends into market-leading solutions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional teams, and shape the future of industries through cutting-edge technologies like AI, quantum computing, and biotech integration.
At Innovate 2026, we're not just preparing for the future – we're creating it. Our dynamic culture rewards bold thinkers and offers unparalleled opportunities to impact global innovation ecosystems.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 technology roadmaps aligned with market trends and business objectives
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies with transformative potential
- Design strategic frameworks for AI/ML, Web3, and quantum adoption across enterprise operations
- Present visionary insights to executive leadership and board stakeholders
- Establish innovation partnerships with leading research labs and tech pioneers
- Drive organizational change management for future-proof business models
- Author thought leadership publications and industry trend reports
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology roles with proven impact on future-oriented initiatives
- Expertise in emerging technologies: generative AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology, or decentralized systems
- Track record of developing multi-year technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Futures Studies, or related field
- Exceptional analytical skills with data-driven decision-making capabilities
- Strong executive presence and experience presenting to C-suite audiences
- Certification in Foresight methodologies (e.g., CFtp) preferred
- Published thought leadership in technology or innovation publications